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Lessons from a $30 Million Luxury Hotel Technology Renovation

One UN New York got a $30 million renovation which included Vantage Control's InFusion control system to increase guest comfort and increase energy efficiency.

February 1, 2013 TD Staff Leave a Comment

Designed to increase guest comfort and increase energy efficiency the $30 million renovation of the 154-room West Tower of One UN New York (formerly the UN Millennium Plaza Hotel) implemented touch screen-operated control of various systems in each room. Using Vantage Control’s InFusion control system combined with the company’s ScenePoint Relays and sensors for lighting, thermostat and in-room temperature sensors to coordinate climate control. The touchscreen panels offer five languages through which the hotel’s diverse clientele can operate the interface. The system is fully hardwired for security reasons.

Winter NAMM 2013 New Product Highlights and News in Audio and Lighting

NAMM 2013 was packed with a ton of new pro audio entertainment and music production technology.

January 29, 2013 TD Staff Leave a Comment

New and new products from Winter NAMM 2013 for pro audio, entertainment technology, music production and music operations, sound recording, live sound, DJ, house of worship, commercial systems, stage and lighting professionals. Including NAMM Best in Show from Yamaha, Taylor Grand Orchestra, Kala, Evans, PreSonus, Peavey and more.

Future-proofing Your A/V Solution

Design for the long term to keep complete renovations at bay.

January 21, 2013 TD Staff Leave a Comment

Every A/V system is on an upgrade path from the moment it is installed. While it is impossible to be ready for everything in terms of control and automation, the trick to future-proofing is to be prepared to integrate new technologies down the line while not going overboard investing in one flavor as opposed to another.

CES 2013: The Buzz – 4K Displays, 3D Video Wall, Multi-touch and a Lot More

We highlight some of the new products and technology announcements from the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show that will have an impact on your facility.

January 21, 2013 TD Staff Leave a Comment

The buzz at CES 2013 is ultra high-definition, 4K (UHD) all the way from tablets, digital signage, projectors and flat panel displays! LG is showing the World’s Largest 3D Video Wall. We highlight some of the new products and technology announcements from the Consumer Electronics Show that will have an impact on corporate, hospitality, K-12, higher education, health care and houses of worship facilities. From tablets to displays, switchers and automation systems.

Video Walls: Providing the Big Picture Gets Easier, More Affordable

Video walls offer bright, compelling views for digital content.

January 14, 2013 TD Staff Leave a Comment

Vendors are now offering less expensive displays that work together to form a video wall. Vendors such as NEC Displays, Planar, Sony, Christie, LG Electronics, NanoLumens, Mitsubishi and Intermedia Touch are all developing the latest products.

At CES 2013 LG Debuts What it Says is the Largest 3D Video Wall

Crowds are enthralled by the super-sized display

January 11, 2013 TD Staff Leave a Comment

A giant 3D video wall is drawing big crowds to LG’s booth in the Central Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center at CES 2013.

A CTS’s Perspective: Battling Hurricane Sandy With and Without Technology

Christopher Neto shares his disaster recovery experience.

January 11, 2013 TD Staff Leave a Comment

Learn how Christopher Neto, CTS, prepared for Hurricane Sandy and helped his clients recover from the disaster.

17 Apps For Education

Its not just students using apps, teachers are incorporating them too.

January 9, 2013 Chrissy Winske Leave a Comment

The best 17 Apple and Android Apps for Education. These apps do everything from tracking grades to virtual frog dissection.

Empire State Building Owner Tells All — How to Save a LOT of Money

The Empire State Building is saving millions per year by using energy controls and Lutron lighting control. Updated with 2 videos!

January 3, 2013 TD Staff Leave a Comment

TD Case Study. Huge money-saving secrets were unveiled at the Empire State Building. At an event that might have just as easily been a seminar for building owners hosted by one of New York’s most esteemed building owners, Anthony Malkin, President of Malkin Holdings and owner of the iconic structure. One might think that a $4.4 million per year savings and a full return on investment in just over 3 years, representing a 38.5 percent total energy savings with Johnson Controls, a lighting energy reduction of 65 percent using Lutron lighting controls, an Energy Star 90 and LEED EBOM Gold rating would make a highly competitive building owner tempted to keep his magic formula a secret. Not so. Check out the video and images from the space.

Buy One Integrated Control & Automation System, Get a Helpdesk as a Bonus

IT support and Helpdesk collaboration saves money and time as more A/V technology is integrated into the classroom environment.

December 6, 2012 TD Staff Leave a Comment

Software from control and automation companies are offering integrated helpdesk service. A/V companies are looking to work closely with the IT department to make A/V support painless.